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VehicleFeb 17, 2021132 affected

Kenworth / Peterbilt recall: Engine

What is wrong

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Kenworth T680, T880, W990, T800, W900 and Peterbilt 579, 567, 389, 367 vehicles equipped with a Cummins X15 engine. The capscrews that attach the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, allowing the flywheel to detach.

What could happen

A detached flywheel can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, driveline pieces may be ejected from the engine compartment, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will properly torque the capscrews and the engine will also be inspected for damage and, if necessary, repaired, free of charge. The recall began on March 29, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth) or 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21KWA and 21PBB.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
21V080000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Paccar Incorporated
Reported to NHTSA
Feb 17, 2021
Owners notified
Mar 29, 2021
Vehicles or items affected
132
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
–
Part
Engine
Maker's own recall number
21KWA / 21PBB

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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